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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1989 · 2,495 cc

TOF 94MOT history

TOF 94 is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1989. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 116,100 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
116,100 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,887 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TOF 94
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
31 Dec 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

TOF 94 was last recorded at 116,100 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 52 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,048 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
52 miles
Average per year
1,887 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,100 miles
  • 2025 – 116,048 miles
  • 2023 – 116,047 miles
  • 2022 – 115,957 miles
  • 2021 – 115,692 miles
  • 2020 – 115,665 miles
  • 2019 – 115,436 miles
  • 2018 – 115,421 miles
  • 2015 – 99,692 miles
  • 2013 – 96,307 miles
  • 2012 – 94,697 miles
  • 2011 – 92,549 miles
  • 2010 – 90,836 miles
  • 2009 – 88,898 miles
  • 2008 – 87,561 miles
  • 2007 – 84,393 miles
  • 2006 – 78,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,100 miles
  • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame ball (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both front wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,100 miles (+52)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    116,100 miles
    Test number
    847522190129
    • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame ball (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both front wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass116,048 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    116,048 miles
    Test number
    683220843619
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail116,047 miles5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,047 miles
    Test number
    972314688264
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Tie bar (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting at body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Tie bar (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass116,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    116,047 miles
    Test number
    107738071093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail116,047 miles (+90)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,047 miles
    Test number
    733528118507
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn Rear shaft front UJ (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play Drop arm joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass115,957 miles (+265)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    115,957 miles
    Test number
    857235886682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass115,692 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    115,692 miles
    Test number
    396633615727
    • AdvisoryFront Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play Both (2.2.2 (c))

  8. Pass115,665 miles (+229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    115,665 miles
    Test number
    166764212665
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass115,436 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    115,436 miles
    Test number
    125945389653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail115,435 miles (+14)1 major3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,435 miles
    Test number
    828835164197
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass115,421 miles (+15,729)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    115,421 miles
    Test number
    197578491513
    • AdvisoryHand brake just made performance required

  12. Pass99,692 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    99,692 miles
    Test number
    409408792115
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  13. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    197481934233
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. FailMileage not read1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    265130534250
    • FailureShock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail96,307 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,307 miles
    Test number
    359651523201
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSlight oil leak on rear axle on nearside

  16. Pass96,307 miles (+1,610)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    96,307 miles
    Test number
    819581323260
    • NoteSlight oil leak on rear axle on nearside

  17. Pass94,697 miles (+2,148)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    94,697 miles
    Test number
    988889322249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass92,549 miles (+1,713)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    92,549 miles
    Test number
    329755371037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass90,836 miles (+105)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    90,836 miles
    Test number
    893144400188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail90,731 miles (+1,833)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,731 miles
    Test number
    101839180090
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  21. Pass88,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    88,898 miles
    Test number
    591314589067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail88,898 miles (+1,337)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,898 miles
    Test number
    853805779088
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

  23. Pass87,561 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    87,561 miles
    Test number
    151981508127
    • NoteSlight leak from steering box link arm
    • NoteSlight perishing of o/s/r tyre

  24. Fail87,561 miles (+3,168)3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,561 miles
    Test number
    602021708121
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteSlight leak from steering box link arm
    • NoteSlight perishing of o/s/r tyre

  25. Pass84,393 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    84,393 miles
    Test number
    233639777485
    • NotePrevious test advise notes still apply

  26. Fail84,393 miles (+5,566)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,393 miles
    Test number
    340296477158
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteClaxon horn fitted contiuos note but advise replace
    • NoteFront to rear and front brake pipes corroded

  27. Pass78,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    78,827 miles
    Test number
    773074976134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about TOF 94

What vehicle is registration TOF 94 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TOF 94 on a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1989. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TOF 94 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TOF 94 is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on TOF 94?
The MOT on TOF 94 is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TOF 94 done?
TOF 94 was recorded at 116,100 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 1,887 miles a year.
Has TOF 94 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TOF 94 has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on TOF 94 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on TOF 94 find?
TOF 94 passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: rear suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated a frame ball; nearside front axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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